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Words That Start With M for Kids

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  • ma – "Ma" is another word for mom.
  • macaroni – Macaroni is a small, tube-shaped pasta.
  • machine – A machine is a tool that helps us do things easier or faster.
  • mad – Mad is when someone feels very angry.
  • magazine – A magazine is a special kind of book that has many pages filled with pictures and articles.
  • magic – Magic is when people do tricks that look like they have special powers.
  • magical – Magical means something that seems like it comes from a story or a dream.
  • magician – A magician is someone who performs tricks that seem magical.
  • magnet – A magnet is an object that can attract certain metals, like iron.
  • magnetic – Magnetic is when something can pull or stick to metal.
  • mail – Mail is when you send letters or packages to someone.
  • main – Main means the biggest or most important part of something.
  • maintain – To maintain means to take care of something so it stays nice and works well.
  • majestic – Majestic is a word we use to describe something that is very grand and impressive, like a giant tree or a...
  • make – Make means to put things together to create something new.
  • make-believe – Make-believe is when you use your imagination to pretend.
  • maker – A maker is a person who creates or builds things.
  • makeup – Makeup is like special colors and creams that people put on their face to look different or pretty.
  • mall – A mall is a large place with lots of shops and restaurants.
  • mama – Mama means mom.
  • mammal – Mammals are animals that have hair or fur and they feed their babies with milk.
  • management – Management is like being a leader.
  • mandatory – Mandatory means something you have to do.
  • mane – A mane is the long, thick hair that some animals have on their necks, like lions and horses.
  • mango – A mango is a delicious fruit that is sweet and has a smooth skin.
  • mansion – A mansion is a large and beautiful house.
  • mantle – The mantle is a layer inside the Earth.
  • manual – A manual is a book that helps you understand how to do something, like build a toy or use a game.
  • manufacture – Manufacture means to make things, like toys or clothes, in a big factory.
  • many – Many means there are a lot of things.
  • map – A map is a drawing that shows different places, like cities, roads, and rivers.
  • maple – A maple is a kind of tree that has large, beautiful leaves.
  • maps – Maps are drawings that show where things are, like roads, rivers, and cities.
  • marble – A marble is a little ball, usually made of glass, that you can roll and play games with.
  • marbleize – Marbleize means to make something look like marble, which is a pretty stone.
  • march – March is the third month of the year.
  • marine – Marine is a word that describes things related to the ocean.
  • marionettes – Marionettes are puppets that are controlled by strings.
  • mark – A mark is something you make to show something important.
  • marker – A marker is a type of pen that has a thick tip and comes in many colors.
  • markers – Markers are tools we use to draw or write.
  • market – A market is a special place where you can find lots of different things to buy, like fruits, vegetables,...
  • marks – Marks are numbers or letters that tell you how good your work is.
  • marrow – Marrow is a soft part inside some bones.
  • marry – Marry means when two people love each other and decide to be together forever.
  • mars – Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun.
  • marsh – A marsh is a wet area where there are lots of plants and water.
  • marshmallow – A marshmallow is a sweet treat that is soft and squishy.
  • marsupial – A marsupial is a type of animal that carries its babies in a special pouch on its belly.
  • mart – A mart is a store where people go to buy different things.
  • marvelous – Marvelous means something that is wonderful or fantastic!
  • mash – Mash is when you take something, like food, and press it down until it becomes soft and mixed up.
  • mashed – Mashed is when you take food, like potatoes, and press it down until it becomes soft and creamy.
  • mask – A mask is a cover for your face.
  • masked – Masked means when someone wears something over their face, like a mask.
  • massage – A massage is when someone gently rubs your muscles to help you feel relaxed and good.
  • massive – Massive means something that is really, really big or heavy.
  • mat – A mat is something you put on the floor.
  • match – A match is a little stick that you can use to make fire.
  • matching – Matching is when you pair things that are alike.
  • mate – A mate is a buddy or friend.
  • material – Material is the stuff that things are made from.
  • materials – Materials are the different things we use to create or build something.
  • math – Math is the study of numbers and shapes.
  • matt – A 'matt' is a type of surface that is not shiny.
  • matte – Matte means something that is not shiny.
  • matter – Matter is what makes up everything you see and touch.
  • mattress – A mattress is a soft pad that you put on a bed.
  • mature – Mature means to grow up and be responsible, like when a tree gets big and strong.
  • may – "May" means that something can happen or is allowed to happen.
  • maybe – Maybe means it's possible, but not certain.
  • me – "Me" is a word we use to talk about ourselves.
  • meal – A meal is a time when you eat food.
  • meals – Meals are the times we eat food during the day.
  • mealtime – Mealtime is the time of day when we eat.
  • mean – Mean means being unkind or saying things that can hurt someone's feelings.
  • meaning – Meaning is what a word or a thing tells us.
  • meanings – Meanings are what words or things are about.
  • measure – To measure means to find out how big or small something is.
  • meat – Meat is the part of animals that we eat.
  • meat-eater – A meat-eater is someone or something that eats meat.
  • medal – A medal is a special award that is usually round and made of metal.
  • medals – Medals are awards that people get for doing something really well, like winning a competition or being the...
  • medicine – Medicine is a special kind of liquid or pill that helps us when we are not feeling well.
  • mediocre – Mediocre means something is just okay, not really good or really bad.
  • meet – When you meet someone, it means you come together with them.
  • meeting – A meeting is when people gather to discuss important topics.
  • melody – A melody is a series of musical notes that sound good together.
  • melt – Melt is what happens when something solid gets warm and changes into a liquid.
  • memento – A memento is a special thing that helps you remember something nice that happened.
  • mementos – Mementos are little items or gifts that help us remember fun times or special people in our lives.
  • memorabilia – Memorabilia are special things that remind us of fun times or important events.
  • memory – Memory is how we remember things.
  • mend – Mend means to repair or fix something that is damaged.
  • menu – A menu is a paper or board that shows all the different foods and drinks you can order at a restaurant.
  • meow – Meow is the noise that cats make.
  • merchandise – Merchandise means things that are sold in a store, like toys, clothes, or snacks.
  • merge – Merge means to join two things into one.
  • merry – Merry means being really happy and full of joy.
  • mess – A mess is when things are not tidy or organized.
  • message – A message is something you say or write to share information with someone.
  • messy – Messy is when things are all mixed up and not organized.
  • metal – Metal is a type of material that is very strong and can be shiny.
  • metamorphosis – Metamorphosis is when something changes a lot.
  • method – A method is a way to do something.
  • metro – A metro is a fast train that goes under the ground or above the ground in a city.
  • mew – Mew is the sound that baby cats, called kittens, make.
  • microphone – A microphone is a device that picks up sounds, like when you sing or talk.
  • middle – Middle is the part that is in between two other parts.
  • midpoint – The midpoint is the middle point between two things.
  • midst – 'Midst' means being in the middle of something.
  • might – "Might" means you could do something, but you're not sure if you will.
  • mighty – Mighty means having a lot of strength or power.
  • mild – Mild means something that is gentle or not very strong.
  • milk – Milk is a tasty drink that comes from cows, goats, or even plants.
  • mimic – Mimic means to imitate or copy what someone else does.
  • mimicking – Mimicking is when you copy someone’s actions or sounds.
  • mind – The mind is the part of you that helps you think and feel.
  • mindful – Being mindful means paying attention to what is happening right now.
  • mineral – Minerals are natural things that come from the Earth.
  • mingle – Mingle means to move around and talk to different people.
  • mini – Mini means little or small.
  • miniature – Miniature is a word that means something is made to be much smaller than the real thing.
  • minimize – Minimize means to make something smaller or less.
  • mint – Mint is a green plant that has a fresh smell.
  • minus – Minus is a word we use in math when we want to take something away.
  • minute – A minute is a short amount of time.
  • mirror – A mirror is a flat, shiny surface that reflects light.
  • misfortune – Misfortune means something bad that happens to you, like losing your toy or getting a cold.
  • mislike – Mislike means to not like something.
  • mismatched – Mismatched means things that don't go together or don't look right together.
  • misplace – Misplace means when you lose something because you put it somewhere it doesn't belong.
  • misplease – Misplease means to make someone feel unhappy or not pleased.
  • misregard – Misregard means not paying attention to something or someone.
  • miss – To miss something means you feel sad because it's not with you.
  • missing – Missing means that something is not where it should be.
  • mission – A mission is a task or goal that someone has to complete.
  • mistake – A mistake is when you make an error or do something that isn't correct.
  • mistrust – Mistrust means not believing someone or something.
  • mitten – A mitten is a type of glove that keeps your hands warm.
  • mittens – Mittens are like gloves, but they cover your whole hand and keep your fingers together.
  • mix – Mix means to combine different things.
  • mixed – Mixed means combining different things.
  • mixer – A mixer is a tool that combines different ingredients.
  • mixing – Mixing is when you take two or more things and combine them.
  • moat – A moat is a deep, wide ditch that is usually filled with water.
  • mobile – A mobile is a phone that you can take with you anywhere.
  • model – A model is a smaller version of something big, like a toy car that looks like a real car.
  • modest – Modest means not showing off or bragging.
  • modify – Modify means to change something a little bit.
  • moist – Moist means something is slightly wet, not too wet.
  • moisten – Moisten means to add a little bit of water to something so it isn't dry anymore.
  • mold – Mold is a kind of tiny plant that can grow on food or walls when they are wet.
  • mom – Mom is another name for your mother.
  • moment – A moment is a very short time.
  • momentary – Momentary means something that lasts for a very short time, like a quick flash or a blink.
  • mommy – Mommy is another word for mother.
  • money – Money is something we use to pay for things.
  • monkey – Monkeys are playful animals that live in trees.
  • monochromatic – Monochromatic means having one color.
  • monster – A monster is a pretend creature that can look scary or funny.
  • monsters – Monsters are imaginary creatures that can be scary or silly.
  • monstrous – Monstrous means something that is very big or scary, like a monster in a story.
  • month – A month is a time period that lasts about 30 or 31 days.
  • months – Months are the names we give to the different parts of a year.
  • monument – A monument is a special place or statue that is built to remember someone or something important, like a...
  • moo – Moo is the noise that cows make.
  • mood – Mood is the way you feel at a certain time.
  • moon – The moon is a big ball in the sky that we can see at night.
  • mop – A mop is something we use to clean floors.
  • moped – A moped is a type of small motorcycle.
  • more – More means extra or additional.
  • morning – Morning is the part of the day when we start our activities after sleeping.
  • mother – A mother is a woman who has children.
  • motion – Motion is when things change their place or position.
  • motivation – Motivation is like a little push that helps you want to do things.
  • motive – A motive is the reason why someone does something.
  • motley – Motley means something that is made up of many different colors or types.
  • motor – A motor is a part that makes things move.
  • motorbike – A motorbike is a type of vehicle with two wheels.
  • motorcar – A motorcar is a type of vehicle that has four wheels and is powered by an engine.
  • mountain – A mountain is a large, high place on the Earth.
  • mountains – Mountains are very high places on Earth.
  • mouse – A mouse is a tiny animal that lives in houses and fields.
  • mouth – The mouth is the opening in your face that helps you eat, drink, and speak.
  • mouthful – A mouthful means a big amount of food that you can fit in your mouth at one time.
  • move – Move means to change your place.
  • movement – Movement is when something or someone changes position.
  • movie – A movie is a special kind of story that you see on a big screen.
  • movies – Movies are like stories that come to life on a screen.
  • moving – Moving is when you change where you are.
  • mow – Mowing is when you use a lawnmower to cut the grass in your yard.
  • mower – A mower is a tool that helps us cut grass in the garden or yard.
  • mozzarella – Mozzarella is a type of cheese that is very soft and can be pulled apart.
  • mud – Mud is a mix of dirt and water.
  • mug – A mug is a type of cup that is usually made of ceramic or glass.
  • mugs – Mugs are big cups that you can use for drinks like coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.
  • multichromatic – Multichromatic means having many colors.
  • multicolor – Multicolor means something that has lots of different colors.
  • multicolored – Multicolored is when something has lots of different colors.